Assistant Football Coach

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• Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
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Posting Summary

Position Number

Position Number
-013

Classification Title

Classification Title Assistant Football Coach

Working Title

Working Title Assistant Football Coach

Division

Division Office of the Chancellor

Department/Unit

Section

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Athletic Department is a vital part of student life and the educational process at Elizabeth City State University. It provides a well-rounded schedule of college athletic competitions designed to encourage participation by the student body. The department encourages physical fitness and the development of physical skills and emotional control.

Description of Work

The Assistant Coach will be responsible for supporting the Head Coach in assigned aspects of administering the football program, including coaching, recruiting, and public affairs.

Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this Position

• Ability to evaluate and recruit highly skilled student-athletes.
• Ability to effectively analyze and teach the fundamental skills and strategies of the sport.
• Ability to assist the Head Coach and staff to continually analyze the team, including strategy, planning, devising a scout team, game plan development and adjustments to ensure peak performance.
• Ability to monitor strength and conditioning of athletes.
• Ability to interact in an effective and appropriate manner with diverse populations, the University community and the public.
• Ability to efficiently operate a personal computer and associated software (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and Banner to maintain accurate files on paper and in software programs.
• Ability to comply with all policies and regulations of the University, conference and NCAA .
• Ability to work in concert with Head Coach and other Assistant Coaches to lead and motivate student-athletes.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Minimum Training and Experience

Bachelor’s degree required with a minimum of 1 year of collegiate coaching experience or 3 years of high school coaching experience. Working knowledge of Division II, NCAA , CIAA , and University rules and regulations. Demonstrated expertise in coaching football.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

Management Preferences

Position Recruitment Range

Position Category

Position Category Staff

Position Status

Position Status Permanent Full Time

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Posting Number

Posting Number EHRA
00574P

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 01/23/2026

Job Close Date

Job Close Date 03/12/2026

Open Until Filled No

EHRA OSHR Statement

This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.

AA/EEO Statement

Elizabeth City State University is an Affir...

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University’s receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

Eligibility for Employment

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks.

Elizabeth City State University State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affir...

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• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Public Job Posting
  • Internal Job Posting
  • Agency Referral
  • Advertisement/Publication
  • Personal Referral
  • Website
  • Other
• Are you a current employee of the university?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have a bachelor's degree?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have a working knowledge of Division II, NCAA, CIAA, and University rules and regulations?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have one year coaching experience in a collegiate environment?
  • Yes
  • No

• Resume

• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts will be required if you are identified as a finalist for the position.)
• DD214
• Other

Human Resources
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Elizabeth City, NC 27909
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